In the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean, where turquoise waters meet pristine white sands, lies a tale of interconnectedness, shared heritage, and the enduring bonds between the Lakshadweep islands and the Republic of Maldives
Lakshadweep, a tropical archipelago off the southwestern coast of India, is a haven of natural beauty and pristine landscapes. Comprising 36 coral islands, the region boasts turquoise lagoons, coral reefs and ivory beaches that together form a picturesque setting.
Over 2 lakh Indians visited Maldives annually in the last three years, the highest from any country post-COVID-19 pandemic, according to the official data amid calls from several quarters to boycott the island nation as a travel destination following
Lakshadweep row: The remarks by three Maldives ministers - which included comments critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi - "challenged the dignity of India", Lakshadweep Administrator Praful Khoda Patel told NDTV Monday.